Origin
Hurley, NM
Late night in Hurley on Sunday
Local time
4:19 AM
MDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hurley, NM to Alamogordo, NM
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 12m
Distance
164.2 mi
264 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 1m
★
6 AM
3h 13m
8 AM
3h 36m
10 AM
3h 21m
12 PM
3h 19m
3 PM
3h 22m
5 PM
3h 35m
8 PM
3h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hurley, NM
César O'neill
Alamogordo, NM
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Hurley to Alamogordo is 164.2 miles and takes about 3h 12m via Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway and US Highway 70 West, with a fuel budget near $25 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive traverses the Desert Southwest in New Mexico, offering a straightforward journey for a single day. You'll mainly stick to highways, making it a practical option if you're looking for a direct route. The relatively short distance and manageable duration mean you can easily complete this trip within a single day, leaving ample time for activities at your destination.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
82.1 miles from Hurley, NM
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 32m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway | 51.1 mi | 51m |
| US Highway 70 West | 42.3 mi | 46m |
| US 180 | 38.1 mi | 46m |
| Bataan Memorial Highway | 20.1 mi | 24m |
| US 70 | 7.2 mi | 11m |
| North Main Street | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| South White Sands Boulevard | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| North White Sands Boulevard | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
— 51.1 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hurley, NM and Alamogordo, NM.
1
Start on Diaz Avenue
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Diaz Avenue
2
Turn right onto Carasco Avenue
385 ft
·
16 sec
·
Carasco Avenue
3
Continue on Carrasco Avenue
489 ft
·
26 sec
·
Carrasco Avenue
4
Turn left onto US 180
38 mi
·
45 min
·
US 180
5
Turn left onto US 180
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
·
East Cedar Street
6
Take the exit onto US 180
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
US 180
7
Merge onto I 10
51 mi
·
51 min
·
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
8
Take the exit onto US 70
7.2 mi
·
11 min
·
US 70
Toward US 70 East: Picacho Avenue
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn left onto US 70
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
North Main Street
10
Continue on US 70
20 mi
·
24 min
·
Bataan Memorial Highway
Use the slight right lane.
11
Continue on US 70
42 mi
·
46 min
·
US Highway 70 West
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on US 70
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
South White Sands Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on North White Sands Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North White Sands Boulevard
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
14
Arrive at destination
North White Sands Boulevard
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 12m estimated drive time, starting your journey in Hurley in the morning is ideal, allowing you to reach Alamogordo with plenty of daylight. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing. Keep an eye on fuel levels, especially before embarking on the longest stretch of 51.1 miles on Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway, as services can be spread out in this region. The estimated fuel cost of $25 suggests you won't need extensive refueling stops, but it's always wise to top off before leaving Hurley.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 82.1 miles from Hurley, NM, or about 1h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.1 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 36 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 82.1 miles or 1h 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alamogordo, NM than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hurley, NM so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hurley, NM
This is one driving day of about 164.2 miles and 3h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Hurley, NM.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway for about 51.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
82 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 82.1 miles from Hurley, NM, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 89.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Carasco Avenue
Turn right onto Carasco Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 180
Turn left onto US 180
Navigation decision point
4
38 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
US 180 / East Cedar Street
Turn left onto US 180 / East Cedar Street
Navigation decision point
3
38.4 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
US 180
Take the exit onto US 180
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
6
89.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 40m in
|
US 70
Take the exit onto US 70 toward US 70 East: Picacho Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward US 70 East: Picacho Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.80 one way
$49.60 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
58 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $27.22 | $54.44 |
| premium | $4.56 | $29.47 | $58.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.25 | $72.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49.3 | 0 | $17.24 | $7.88 |
| Efficient EV | 41.1 | 0 | $14.37 | $6.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 65.7 | 0 | $22.99 | $10.51 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Alamogordo, NM
Late night in Alamogordo on Sunday
Local time
4:19 AM
MDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
26 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 12m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
White Sands National Park
National Park
Rising from the heart of the Tularosa Basin is one of the world's great natural wonders - the glistening white sands of New Mexico. Great wave-like dunes of gypsum sand have engulfed 275 square miles...
8 mi from route
~20 min detour
$25
near mile 147.4
Park Closure: Dunes Drive Safety Corridor
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route offers a mixed driving experience, with 53% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches like the 51.1-mile segment on Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway, which can feel quite long without frequent turns. The drive largely follows established roadways, presenting a blend of efficient travel and the open road feel characteristic of the Southwest. Expect the scenery to be consistent with the desert environment as you transition between different highway segments.
53% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 51.1 mi on Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Carasco Avenue.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Hurley, NM to Alamogordo, NM is easy. At 3h 12m with 53% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Carasco Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 180): Navigation decision point; at 38 miles (US 180 / East Cedar Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 12m. Total distance: 164.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (53%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 51.1 miles on Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through NM can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Carasco Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 180): Navigation decision point; at 38 miles (US 180 / East Cedar Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes — White Sands National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Alamogordo, NM, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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